gust (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɡʌst/
Definition
A sudden, strong rush of wind.
Examples
A gust of wind rattled the windows.
The sudden gust nearly knocked him off his feet.
We felt a gust of cold air as the door opened.
How to Use gust
- gust of wind (collocation)
- A sudden rush of wind. — "A gust of wind extinguished the candle."
- gust fiercely (collocation)
- To blow with great force. — "The storm gusted fiercely through the valley."
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